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Michael Marek

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Michael Marek is a contributor for Pro Wrestling Stories. He is a lifelong wrestling fan and a former United States Army cook.
From left to right: Sam Sheppard and his wife Marilyn Reese, Sheppard's mug shot in 1954, and while wrestling as "Killer" Sam Sheppard a few months before his death.

Sam Sheppard – How a Murder Inspired a Wrestling Career

by Michael Marek

Sam Sheppard was convicted of murder in 1954. He’d later wrestle, where his anatomical knowledge inspired a popular Attitude Era move!

Before Becky Lynch, Velvet McIntyre was the original Irish Lass Kicker.

Velvet McIntyre | WWE’s Original “Irish Lass Kicker”

by Michael Marek

Velvet McIntyre was WWE’s original “Irish Lass Kicker.” She had a Hall of Fame-worthy career, yet often gets overlooked. This is her story.

PWSTees.com: Your favorite wrestling stories, on a shirt!
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